1. Dropped Object Awareness

2. Over 130 Members Worldwide

3. Dropped Object Awareness DROPPED OBJECTS OCCUR EVERYWHERE…

4. Dropped Object Awareness

5. Understanding Dropped Object Causes What Causes Dropped Objects? Poor hazard and Risk Assessment Inadequate Design (not addressing Dropped Object potential) Poor Behaviours (people walking by unsafe acts/conditions) Inadequate Inspection, Repair and Maintenance Redundant / Neglected / Homemade Tools and Equipment Failed Fixtures and Fittings / Corrosion / Vibration Inappropriate Procedures / Not Following Procedures Inadequately Stored / Secured Tools and Equipment Poor Housekeeping Environment (weather, sea motion) Planning and Operational Miscalculations ….any others?

6. Dropped Object Awareness Understanding Dropped Object Consequences

7. Dropped Object Awareness Eliminate, Substitute, Control Engineered Controls Procedures Training / Awareness Safety Signs & Signals PPE Preventive Controls may already exist! New Controls must be assessed and monitored. (Change Management)

8. Dropped Object Awareness Preventive and Mitigating Controls Preventive Controls PREVENTING AN INCIDENT BY REDUCING THE LIKELIHOOD THAT AN INCIDENT WILL OCCUR Good Planning (Site Inspection TBRA, PTW) Primary Fixings / Secondary Retention / Maintenance Surveys and Inspections Tools and Equipment Aloft Registers and Log Books Collision Checklist Management of Distractions Observation, STOP, Individual Awareness and Vigilance DROPS Training Mitigating Controls REDUCING THE CONSEQUENCES OF AN INCIDENT IF PREVENTIVE CONTROLS FAIL OR ARE NOT EFFECTIVE Safety Securing Systems Effective Use of Barriers Restricted Access Areas (Red Zones / No Go Zones) Use of Approved Drops Tools Kits PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Communications, Standby Persons and PA Warnings DROP

9. Dropped Object Awareness